UX Design Q&A: How to self-teach UX, Big Tech Portfolio Tips, Interview Tips, Networking Advice

Hey! This is a common Q&A of UX Design questions asked like self-teaching UX, UX vs UI, knowing how to code, and other common questions I receive as a UX mentor. Instagram: @ SharonYeunKim Submit your UX portfolio for review here: https://forms.gle/o69d9RXMjQkEjMZB7 To receive more portfolio tips and career advice, sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/1849e8b6ed6c/sharonyeunkim UX Portfolio Finishing School with me! 2024 Email Signup: https://shorturl.at/bgrQU Private UX Mentorship & Portfolio Reviews here: https://mentorcruise.com/mentor/sharonkim/ Use my code: SHARONKIM to get $1000 USD off your Springboard UX Design BootCamp! https://rb.gy/47lsea $100 off Springboard's Intro UX Course: https://www.springboard.com/courses/introduction-to-design/?utm_source=sharonkim&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=i2d&utm_term=paid&utm_content=designprepyoutubelanpage7112023 Let's connect on Linkedin! 💌 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonyeunkim/ Sign up for Figma's Professional Plan: https://psxid.figma.com/em3v47p03tov-c92p8 To note, for resources and products mentioned above I have personally used and enjoyed before being offered custom affiliate links. Therefore, I may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. To note, for the bootcamp mentioned above I may have personally used and enjoyed before being approached with a custom affiliate link. Therefore, I may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ⏰ Timestamps: INTRO: (00:00) UX vs UI?: (00:32) Do I need a formal education in UX: (01:27) How can you find a good mentor?: (03:36) How long does it take to transition?: (04:39) Do you know how to code? How do I learn?: (05:40) How can I self-teach UX?: (06:52) Big Tech project different than an entry-level project?: (08:24) How do you get experience when have no experience?: (09:52) How can I get better at UI design? (11:34) Common UX Interview Questions: (12:49) How to overcome anxiety during interviews: (14:30) Are connections necessary for getting a job in UX? How to stand out: (15:51) Extra resources: (17:10)